Isolated networks

I don't know if this is possible or not, but I have 2 network cards in my PC.  The one I use for workstation network standard.  I have another that I want to connect to a completely private network where I do want my VMs for access.  Is it possible to put things where the host (Win 7) ignores this network completely and only the virtual machines have the ability to use it?  And vice versa?

This can be achieved by configuring the VMnets in the virtual network editor correctly. For the default Bridged (VMnet0) network has put the NETWORK card that is used to map 'public '. Create a second bridged network (e.g. VMnet2), then select the 'private' for her NETWORK card. Once done open the networking properties windows and turn off all protocols, except for 'VMware Bridge Protocol' for the 'private' NIC.

André

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